250-Hour Acupressure Practitioner Foundations Program

Our Acupressure Practitioner Foundations program is designed for students aiming to practice Acupressure in California as a Certified Massage Practitioner. The program provides a solid foundation in Acupressure and the subject matter needed to meet California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) requirements for Certification as a Certified Massage Practitioner. Students learn to work with Acupressure tools, techniques and theories (points, meridians, five element theory, etc.), along with several Bodywork modalities. Program includes training in Anatomy, Physiology, Health, Hygiene, Contraindications, Business Practice and Ethics. A 1 year enrollment period allows Free Clinical Practice Sessions, Free Class Reviews, and a 1 hour Consultation/Evaluation with an AI Core Instructor of your choice.

Students who have completed the 150 hour Introductory Basic program can upgrade into a Foundations Program if they so choose.

250 hour Foundations Program Requirements
Required Classes	Hours
Fundamentals of Acupressure	12
Basic Acupressure	15
Intermediate Acupressure	15
Advanced Acupressure	15
Anatomy & Physiology	18
Business Practice & Ethics	4
Health, Hygiene & Contraindications	6
Ethics & Energetics	6
Physiology	8
Take four: Practical Anatomy and/or Neuromuscular Techniques Classes	60
Pick five electives *Shiatsu track must take these classes
Acupressure Oil Massage	12
Acu-Yoga Self-Help	12
Ashiatsu (Barefoot Shiatsu)*	12
Reflexology & Acupressure	12
Tui Na (Chinese Massage)*	12
Zen Shiatsu*	12
Two electives can be from advanced classes	20
Additional Requirements
Documented Clinical Practice Sessions	34
Evaluation/Consultation	1
Total Hours	250

*Receive a $250 discount if paid in full in advance.

Program Fees
Tuition	$3,400
Application fee (non-refundable)	$75
Registration fee (non-refundable after 30 days)	$175
Total Course Fees	$3,650
California residents pay STRF fee (non-refundable)	$10